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Whoosh—
However, before Hu Liena could finish her sentence, a sudden gust of wind erupted within the Pope's Hall.
At the same time, the White Tiger martial soul behind Dai Chengfeng transformed into a streak of golden-blue flames and merged into his back.
Boom—
In an instant, Dai Chengfeng's entire body was engulfed in golden-blue flames. A pair of massive, pitch-black wings made of Nine Nether Dark Wind unfurled from his back, shimmering with an eerie glow.
Second-stage White Emperor Domain: White Tiger Holy Spirit Transformation and Nine Nether Dark Wind Wings—Dai Chengfeng activated both simultaneously.
Swish—
The next moment, the Nine Nether Dark Wind Wings flared violently, propelling Dai Chengfeng forward like a cannonball, hurtling straight toward Hu Liena with explosive speed.
"Not good!"
The distance between them had been short to begin with.
Dai Chengfeng's speed was simply too fast, leaving Hu Liena no time to mount any defense.
Her heart sank as panic flickered across her mind. Instinctively, she began retreating backward.
At the same time, she waved her hands, releasing two streams of pink foxfire imbued with charm attributes. The flames writhed like agile snakes, rushing toward Dai Chengfeng.
"Too slow! You're far too slow!"
Dai Chengfeng narrowed his eyes, a cold glint flashing in their depths.
His right arm suddenly erupted with a dark golden glow, and a finely crafted dark golden bracer materialized on his forearm.
At this moment, Dai Chengfeng showed no intention of dodging the foxfire. Instead, he raised his right arm and delivered a fierce punch directly at the flames.
Boom—
The force of the punch howled through the air, carrying immense power.
With a sharp crack, the foxfire unleashed by Hu Liena was instantly shattered, scattering into countless pink sparks that drifted through the air.
But Dai Chengfeng didn't pause for even a second.
The next moment, he was already standing before Hu Liena, towering over her with a commanding gaze.
"You…?"
Hu Liena barely opened her mouth to speak, her body instinctively trying to dodge. But it was already too late.
Thud—
Dai Chengfeng's right fist, brimming with overwhelming force, slammed squarely into Hu Liena's abdomen.
The impact was so powerful that it felt as though she had been struck by a rampaging Rhino Beast.
A wave of excruciating pain shot through her stomach. Unable to control herself, she clutched her abdomen with both hands and flew backward.
In mid-air, she twisted her body several times in an attempt to regain balance, finally managing to stabilize herself upon landing without appearing too disheveled.
My charm… had no effect on him?
And he dared to strike me with such force? What a brute!
Moreover…
A mere 32-level Soul Elder moving so fast that even a 41-level Soul Ancestor like me couldn't react?
Hu Liena now clutched her abdomen, glaring at Dai Chengfeng with growing frustration.
Within the Spirit Hall, whether it was her brother Xie Yue, Yan, or even her teacher Bibi Dong, everyone treated her like a precious gem, doting on her endlessly.
This was the first time Hu Liena had ever encountered someone who dared to harm her.
Dai Chengfeng, you'll regret this!
Even as these thoughts ran through her mind, her curiosity was piqued by the bracer on Dai Chengfeng's right arm. "An external soul bone? And one that's perfectly fused, no less?!"
No wonder Dai Chengfeng dared to completely ignore my foxfire…
"The wind passing through bamboo leaves traces; water carving through rock forms rivers. Arrogance may seem harmless, but it corrodes silently…"
At this moment, Dai Chengfeng also gazed at Hu Liena, though his eyes were filled with disappointment. "Hu Liena, are you truly a disciple of Pope Bibi Dong?"
"The smallest ant hole can collapse a thousand-mile dike; great events in the world often arise from the tiniest beginnings…"
At this moment, Bibi Dong, seated high on the papal throne, nodded slightly and spoke, her eyes brimming with admiration as she looked at Dai Chengfeng.
She had originally thought that Dai Chengfeng was nothing more than a naive frog in a well from the Star Luo Empire.
Now it was clear—he truly possessed strength.
And at such a young age, he already understood profound lessons about not being arrogant or underestimating opponents in battle…
He was completely incomparable to Na Na!
If only I could bring Dai Chengfeng into the Spirit Hall and nurture him properly.
In the future, he would undoubtedly become the sharpest 'blade' in my hands!
At this moment, Bibi Dong's perception of Dai Chengfeng had completely changed. She was even, dare she admit it, deeply intrigued.
However, Dai Chengfeng was the fourth prince of the Star Luo Empire. How could she ensure his absolute loyalty to the Spirit Hall?
Lost in thought, Bibi Dong coldly addressed Hu Liena: "Na Na, you blindly assumed your charm would work on him without even testing the strength of his spiritual power."
"But let me tell you this—his spiritual power is nearly twice as strong as yours!"
"Next time, don't be so careless. Do you understand?"
"Nearly twice as strong as mine?!"
Hu Liena stared at Dai Chengfeng, suddenly enlightened. "So that's why my charm had no effect on him?"
For a moment, Hu Liena was consumed with curiosity. How had Dai Chengfeng trained to achieve such formidable spiritual power?
At the same time, she respectfully nodded in response to Bibi Dong's reprimand. "Teacher, I understand my mistake."
Then, turning to Dai Chengfeng, she gave a slight bow. "Thank you, little… ahem, thank you, Prince Dai Chengfeng, for your lesson."
"Let's continue."
Dai Chengfeng said nothing further, his expression remaining calm and indifferent.
"Alright!"
Hu Liena responded, this time not daring to show the slightest carelessness. After all, her most potent skill—charm—had proven ineffective against Dai Chengfeng.
If that's the case…
With this thought, the third soul ring beneath Hu Liena's feet lit up.
Instantly, her body was enveloped in a surge of pink light, her charm powers growing stronger. Her presence soared significantly, and her golden skirt fluttered continuously under the influence of her surging soul power.
"If charm doesn't work on you, then let me show you…"
"I'm not some delicate flower!"
The next moment, Hu Liena summoned foxfire into her palm and charged toward Dai Chengfeng.
Close-quarters combat? Interesting!
Dai Chengfeng smirked faintly, closing his eyes momentarily.
"Hiss! Again?!"
Seeing Dai Chengfeng act so unusually once more, Hu Liena felt a flicker of unease rise in her heart. She muttered softly to herself, "He doesn't have another ace up his sleeve, does he?"
But soon, she shook her head vigorously, reassuring herself:
Impossible. After all, Dai Chengfeng is only a 32-level Soul Elder. How could he possibly have so many tricks up his sleeve?
I'm just scaring myself.
With this thought, Hu Liena didn't slow her movements. Though she inwardly appreciated the lesson Dai Chengfeng had taught her, she hadn't forgotten the merciless punch he had landed on her abdomen.
"Don't underestimate me, you bastard Dai Chengfeng!"
At this moment, Bibi Dong observed Hu Liena with understanding in her eyes…
Na Na, you're no match for Dai Chengfeng. Your charm has been utterly countered, and Dai Chengfeng clearly has far more tricks up his sleeve.
"However, this is the Spirit Hall. I won't tolerate such arrogance!"
Bibi Dong thought to herself, "Dai Chengfeng, let me see the limits of your strength!"
The next moment, Bibi Dong lightly tapped the ground with her purple-gold scepter, unleashing an invisible pressure that bore down on Dai Chengfeng once again.
This pressure was even more terrifying than before, as if intent on crushing him completely.
But upon sensing this pressure, a faint smile appeared on Dai Chengfeng's face. Bibi Dong, you've finally intervened. If that's the case…
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